950 Maidu Ave, Nevada City, CA 95959
Note: Due to the image compressions necessary for web publication—and the limitations of any viewing device—photographs online are only representative of the real thing. Visit the Exhibit at the Eric Rood Administrative Center between July 31 - September 18, 2024 to enjoy these remarkable works of art in person.
“I've worked as a commercial photographer based out of Nevada County for five years. Photographing under the stars allows me to feel more grounded in myself, and connected to the land I inhabit by witnessing the landscape in a new light. This shot was captured at Hoyt's Crossing in April 2024.”
“Faucherie Lake, a small island nestled within the lake. The idea of these works is to light a landscape in the darkness of night by utilizing studio lighting techniques, revealing all at once the passing of time and the solitude of landscape subjects within their natural surroundings.”
“The Neowise Comet dazzles over Hirschman Pond, accompanied by a streaking shooting star and the blurred lights of a passing car, all under a breathtaking dark night sky.”
“Island Lake - Panorama taken June 7th/8th 2024”
“Shot from a lookout above the famous Hoyt's Crossing and the South Yuba River. A beautiful night scene at Nevada County's most popular swimming hole. The raging river was lit by flashlight.”
“Taken in Jackson Meadows this area is always my nearest "go to" spot in California near my home. The area is a dark sky area so you can get amazing detail in the night sky.”
“Light trail in Tahoe City.”
“In the backyard of my house in northern Nevada City. Took my DSLR, pointed north, and captured the amazing auroras from the 10th of May. This one features the top of the Aurora, as it fades into the dark sky. Edited with Adobe Lightroom.”
“Startrail with waterfall in Shirley Canyon.”
“Faucherie Lake, a small island nestled within the lake. The idea of these works is to light a landscape in the darkness of night by utilizing studio lighting techniques, revealing all at once the passing of time and the solitude of landscape subjects within their natural surroundings.”